more traditional? what do you mean? English guitar makers are very diverse.

in fact all guitar makers sre very variable and capable of the odd Friday afternoon job. I've owned most guitars in my time - Gibsons - martins, an English made Rob Armstrong, a Rickenbacker, yamaha LLD's, etc

I played an Ovation baladeer for many years. But for the last six years or so I have been enthralled by the yamaha CPX range. I have two good ones - a cpx8 with a spruce top, and cpx15cm - with a cedar top.

neither of them classic guitars, both have laminate sides.....however they both have that 'wow!' factor whenever other guitarists pick them up. just something about the tone and responsiveness.

I don't think martins are overpriced, but mine didn't stay long on the staff.